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Update St. Lawrence Park Incident:

Previous: “On June 27th 2019 the Brockville Police Service responded to a call for a deceased 62 year old male in a camper at St. Lawrence Park. A 911 call was received by the service shortly after 8:00 a.m. that a male was located believed to be deceased. Officers located the deceased male inside the camper and evidence of a small fire that was contained to the camper.”

The Brockville Police Service is not treating the sudden death investigation at St. Lawrence Park as suspicious. The 62 year old local man was found deceased by a friend. The male was in a camper that was at St. Lawrence Park. He contacted police when he located the male. As with all sudden death occurrences, they are investigated to ensure no foul play. At this point we have concluded that investigation and do not believe the cause of death to be criminal.

The name of the deceased will not be released.

Sudden Death:

The Brockville Police Service and the Ontario Fire Marshal’s Office are conducting a joint investigation concerning an incident at St. Lawrence Park. On June 27^th 2019 the Brockville Police Service responded to a call for a deceased 62 year old male in a camper at St. Lawrence Park. A 911 call was received by the service shortly after 8:00 a.m. that a male was located believed to be deceased. Officers located the deceased male inside the camper and evidence of a small fire that was contained to the camper.

This investigation is still ongoing. More details will be released as they become available.

Active Police Investigation:

Officers are currently on scene at St. Lawrence Park conducting police investigation. There is not any danger to the public. I have very few details at this time. We are asking that the public avoid the area while officers conduct their duties.

Theft:

The Brockville Police Service is investigation a theft at the Circle K on King St. West that occurred June 26^th at 5:40 a.m. We are asking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect pictured below. If anyone has any information regarding the theft or identifying the suspect, we are asking that they contact. Cst. Justin Cullen at 613-342-0127 ext. 6079 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Mischief:

On June 26^th at 5:00 p.m. a 43 year old male was arrested and charged with mischief under $5000. The male, who had been consuming alcohol, smashed out a vehicles windshield with his skateboard.

Motor Vehicle Collision:

On the 25^th of June, 2019 at approximately 10:30am a Motor Vehicle accident occurred in the area of the Home Depot. A 30 year old male riding his bike in the crosswalk and was struck by a vehicle, he received minor injuries and did not attend the hospital. He was charged with the related Highway traffic Act offence of Cyclist – ride in crosswalk, which is a $110 fine.

Also on the 25^th of June, 2019 at approximately 2:50pm a Motor Vehicle accident occurred in the area of Millwood Ave in the City. This accident involved a silver Dodge car and a white Toyota Prius. Police are seeking a small blue car that was present in the area as a potential witness. If you are that person, or did witness this accident you are asked to contact Cst. Henri at (613) 342-0127 x 6052.

Cause Disturbance:

On the 25^th of June, 2019 at approximately 10pm police received a call about a disturbance in the south end of the city. Once there Police were greeted by a very intoxicated and out of control 43 year old male. He was arrested for cause disturbance and brought to cells. Once sober the male was released unconditionally.

School Bus:

On the 25^th of June, 2019 at approximately 8:40 am, a complaint was received by a mother that lives in the center of town regarding a vehicle passing through a para-transport school bus. The bus had its lights and stop sign operating just about to load the ramp for the student. The licence plate of the vehicle was obtained, and the owner was charged with Fail to stop for school bus, which carries a $490 fine.

Assault Police:

On the 24^th of June, 2019 while at court a 27 year old female became upset as she was not being released from custody. Officers were attempting to restrain her, when she spat on one of them. She was charged with Assault Police and remains in custody for her bail hearing.

On the 24^th of June, 2019 at approximately 11pm, Brockville Police responded to an address in the North End. It was learned that a 31 year old male had assaulted his mother. There were no injuries. Officers attempted to take control of the male and arrest for the assault, where he resisted. Officers were able to gain control of him, he was taken to the station for processing. He was released with a future court date for the charges of assault and resist.

Weapons/Warrants:

On the 23^rd of June, 2019 at approximately 1pm, Brockville Police received a call regarding a female smashing a truck with a baseball bat in the city’s south end. The 22 year old female was located at the residence and arrested without incident. She was charged with mischief, weapons dangerous, and breach of undertaking. She was released with a future court date, and turned over to Smiths Falls Police as they had outstanding charges for her.

Fraud/Impersonation:

On the 23^rd of June, 2019 at approximately 5:30pm, a call was received to attend a Bank in the City’s north-end where a suspect was confronting customers asking for them to deposit a cheque for him as he had lost his bank card. This seemed suspicious to these customers and contacted the Police. Upon arrival the male provided a false name and fled on Police, he was caught a short distance away. His true identity was established and the 29 year old male was charged with fraud, impersonation and obstruct, as well as a Conditional Sentence Breach. He will await in custody for a bail hearing.

Since Friday June 21, 2019 at 7:00p.m. to Sunday June 23, 2019 at 3:00p.m. the Brockville Police Service has received approximately 70 calls for service. These include domestic disputes, mental health apprehensions, executing warrants for individuals failing to attend court, locating intoxicated persons and persons in possession of drugs. Of these incidents the following are of note.

Domestic Related Bail Breach

On June 21, 2019 at approximately 7:00p.m., the Brockville Police Service investigated information of a 42 year old, local male, who is in breach of his bail conditions in the South area of the City. The male was on conditions of bail to abstain communication with the victim. It was found that the two were together. This breach presents a significant safety concern for the victim. Officers did observe the two communicating. Shortly after the accused was located and arrested and held for a bail hearing.

Drugs

On June 23, 2019 at approximately 3:30a.m., the Brockville Police Service performed a traffic stop in the North area of the City. The local, 30 year old, male driver was found to be in possession of multiple syringes filled with substances believed to be Methamphetamine. He was arrested and charged with possession and the substances have been sent away for analysis.  

Mischief:

On the 19^th of June, 2019 at approximately 9:00pm Brockville Police Received a call from a residence in the south end of town reporting their 24 year old son was destroying the house. He was located a short distance away where he was arrested for mischief, utter threats, and breach of probation. He was released with a future court date.

Bail Violation:

On the 19^th of June, 2019 the John Howard Society (who is an organization that monitors accused persons while they are out on bail) contacted the Brockville Police reporting that a 31 year old female is not abiding by her residence condition. She turned herself into the Brockville Courthouse on the 20^th of June, 2019 where she was held for another bail hearing. The original incident stems from Domestic related assault charges.

Domestic/Warrants:

In February 2019 a 42 year old male was arrested for domestic related occurrences. He was released from custody and had attended several court dates. Up until June 17^th he failed to appear. A warrant was issued for his arrest, and was arrested on June 20^th, 2019. He will be held for a bail hearing today on June 21.

Mischief:

On the 20^th of June, 2019 at approximately 8:30pm in the south end of town a 38 year old female was arrested for possession of property and mischief. Information from the caller is that she had broken into his residence and stole most of his belongings. She was released with a future court date.

Missing Person Located:

Brittany Brown who was previously reported missing on June 20^th has since been located safe and sound, we appreciate all the help we received.

Wanted Person:

On the 17^th of June, 2019 at approx. 12:30pm, while on general patrol officers from the Brockville Police Service located a 20 year old female that was known to them to be wanted for a Breach of Probation Charge. She was arrested and released with a future court date.

Shoplifter:

On the 17^th of June, 2019 at approximately 7pm we received a call from a north end store regarding a shoplifter in custody. The 65 year old male was located and arrested for the theft. He was released with a future court date.

Mischief:

On the 16^th of June 2019 at 2:29 a.m. police were called by a witness who observed what they believed to be an intoxicated male exit a downtown establishment and enter the driver’s seat of a vehicle. Fearing that the 19 year old male may drive away the witness called police. Officers located the male in a running vehicle. He was arrested for care and control of that vehicle while being impaired. He provided two breath samples of nearly double the legal limit.

Theft:

The Brockville Police Service is investigating the theft of 7 vehicles from 1000 Islands Toyota on Stewart Blvd. The vehicles were taken sometime overnight from the 14^th of June to the 15^th. Any witnesses are asked to contact the Brockville Police Service at 613-342-0127 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).